Anthony Bowens opened up about how the LGBTQ community is being represented in the professional wrestling business.
Bowens recently spoke with Out.com. Bowens opened up a lot about his career and his current run in AEW. He also shared his thoughts on the growth of the LGBTQ community in wrestling.
Bowens mentioned that the stereotypical representation of the community does not exist anymore. He is elated that the community is presented as credible wrestlers.
“Thankfully we don’t have to exist anymore being stereotypes or being the fodder in the story. We’re presented as credible athletes and champions, like myself or [Nyla Rose]. Wrestling has come a long way with the presentation of queer athletes, which is why I’m particularly happy I’m signed to [All Elite Wrestling],” Anthony Bowens said.
Moving in the right direction
Bowens also shared how AEW CEO Tony Khan has given a lot of freedom to LGBTQ wrestlers. He also is eagerly looking forward to seeing the growth of the community on the indies.
“Tony Khan and the company allow us to be us and whatever that may be, whether it’s Sonny Kiss, who is genderfluid, or Nyla Rose, or myself who now has straight people scissoring each other (laughs). I don’t ever have to worry about upper management trying to change me or direct me to be a certain way. Hopefully, wrestling continues to move in that direction. The independent circuit is doing great because now, there are so many LGBTQ+ wrestlers. It’s come a very long way and I’m excited to see where it continues to go,” The AEW Trios Champion said.
The Acclaimed member recently captured the Trios titles at the AEW All In pay-per-view.
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